I’m struggling a bit with the first draft of one of the books I’m writing this year. The story is meant to be lighter in tone than those I've written previously, which means I have to stop myself from delving too deeply into the dark side of my characters. But I entertain myself exploring that… Continue reading Laughter and Love in the Writing Room
Category: Television
My love affair with AMC … mostly!
Once upon a time—or maybe more—I’ve blogged about the TV programs I watch, and I questioned why they’re all dramas. Sometimes late at night I watch old sitcoms, some from the 70s, but none current. I don't know why. Anyway, today I’m sharing thoughts on a few of my current favorite dramas—and four of the… Continue reading My love affair with AMC … mostly!
The Role of the Storyteller
I watch Harry’s Law, partly because the character Harriett (Harry) Corn is not young and whip thin. She’s a criminal defense lawyer, who also owns the shoe store on the street level of her building, and is feisty as all get out. Sure, the story lines often stray from reality—no, on second thought, they’re probably… Continue reading The Role of the Storyteller
AWAKE, but not writing
Well, I missed a blogging day, but for once, when I had nothing worth saying I didn't say anything. I also didn’t get much house cleaning done. I did some laundry, repotted a few plants, worked on the sprinkler system in the yard, and organized some craft supplies. I also started reading a NY Times… Continue reading AWAKE, but not writing
I’m not ashamed to admit it
As long as I’m in this drop the pretenses mood, I might as well confess to something else. I watch television. Yes, I know some circles consider television to be for low-brows. I’ve picked up this disdain from some writers—serious literary sorts. Ah well. I never claimed to be an intellectual.
Linda Cassidy Lewis 